Women Like Me Stories & Business

What if resilience isn’t about being tough, but learning how to let feelings move through you? 

That question sits at the center of our conversation with Angela Lee, author, teacher, and guide for families seeking emotional clarity and confidence. 

Angela opens up about losing her home to wildfire twice, spending 32 years in a toxic marriage, and the courageous choices that followed. 

Through those experiences, she discovered that material things can be replaced, but our relationships with others and with ourselves shape everything.

“I love to solve problems.”

I have interviewed and facilitated over 20,000 hours of corporate empathy sessions and have conducted more than 11,000 hours of empathy research through my boutique research agency, April Bell Research Group. 

I have worked with many of the world’s giant brands, such as Pepsico, Burger King, Fifth Third Bank, P&G, Hewlett Packard, KAO, Tyson, and Pfizer. 

With an Executive MBA from SMU and the completion of Small Business Innovation programs at Dartmouth Tuck School of Business, Goldman Sachs, and Capital One, I have used my experience and education to help build brands and innovate products for Fortune 500 companies for nearly two decades.

CHANA RILEY

MY JOURNEY OF HEARTBREAK AND HOPE

AFTER THREE MISCARRIAGES

Chana Riely is a dedicated mom, Real Estate Agent in Abbotsford, BC, and an active community member who gives back through organizations like the Abbotsford Sumas Rotary Club and Soroptimist International. In her free time, she enjoys watching her kids play hockey, walking her puppy, and spending time with loved ones.

Having faced challenges like multiple miscarriages and entrepreneurship, Chana has grown into a resilient and independent woman. She believes that life's toughest moments shape us, teaching valuable lessons about strength and perseverance.

In Women Like Me, Chana shares her heartfelt journey to motherhood, encouraging women to never give up on their dreams, seek professional support when needed, and trust their inner strength.

Christina Flach's journey began with a deeply personal moment - helping her mother, who battled brain cancer, prepare for a date night with her father. This simple act revealed the transformative power of makeup, not just physically but emotionally. 

"I can make someone feel different with waving my little makeup brush wand and making them look like the best versions of themselves," she explains. This realization sparked a remarkable career path that would lead her to become a celebrity makeup artist represented by three prestigious agencies, the founder of Pretty Girl Makeup, a beauty expert on NBC's California Live, and the host of her show, "I'm Too Busy."

Christina's answer resonates with profound simplicity when asked what she would whisper to every struggling woman: "You are so much more loved than you know." 

A MOTHER’S REJECTION, A DAUGHTER’S RESILIENCE

HOW I OVERCAME REJECTION, CEREBRAL PALSY, AND LIFE’S CHALLENGES

Originally from San Francisco, CA. She resides in Las Vegas, NV, with her beautiful chocolate lab, Nikki.

Deanna’s passion is advocating for Children and Seniors. Currently, she is volunteering for CASA, Court-Appointed Special Advocates.

She has learned to advocate for herself throughout life. Over the past few years, Deanna has learned what her rights are as now an adult with a disability. This has allowed her so much more confidence in her everyday life. 

She has held many jobs, from Underwriting to Early Child Development. However, due to her health, she had to give up teaching.

She has had the opportunity to volunteer for several organizations, such as CASA(California), Battered Woman Alternatives, and she has become a Big Sister to a young child.

Elisabeth Mack, RN, BSN, BA, MBA is a visionary co-founder of Holistic Caring & The Green Nurse offering alternative healthcare options since 2016. She passionately bridges the gap between conventional and cannabis medicine through education, guidance, and personalized care for patients with product choices, dosages, interactions, and timing. She saw firsthand how incredibly effective cannabinoids were personally by healing from 20 years of injuries and was led to help others find success in cannabis healthcare.

Elisabeth became a provider for the California Board of Registered Nursing in 2018 and authored a comprehensive online curriculum to merge cannabinoids into holistic and functional medicine. She trains healthcare professionals to become Cannabis Health Coaches, preparing them to be successful in guiding patient consultations, teaching industry staff, or leading workshops. 

Author and realtor Janie Steele, married at 16, mom by 20, now a grandmother at 50, to talk about reinvention that’s brave, messy, and deeply human. 

Janie didn’t just write a debut novel at 50; she self-published a 399-page, dialogue-rich story she’s actively pitching for the screen. 

Along the way, she faced divorce, grief for a chapter that ended, and the rollercoaster of algorithms and one-star reviews, and still chose belief over noise.

I'm a neuroscience-based self-healing teacher who guides people to reclaim their innate wholeness and create lasting freedom through empowered joy and deep inner peace.

After over a decade of battling severe mental health struggles, complex PTSD, and devastating amnesia—and facing 100+ doctors who failed to help—I pioneered my own radical, neuroscience-backed methods to permanently resolve 100+ health challenges and 20 years of trauma, without relying on meds or reliving painful memories.

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I believe in moving beyond surface symptoms to uncover and heal the neuroscience-backed cause of emotional and somatic pain; and that's exactly what my work accomplishes.

Through my mentorship, books, and dynamic online presence, I strive to inspire all beings to break free from intergenerational trauma and embody blissful freedom, confidence, and soulful authenticity.

I believe happiness and fulfillment are born from self-awareness. Our souls ache for it, and the world needs us living as our most authentic selves to heal and thrive. 

After a career in education supporting this work with children and educators, I expanded my reach in new ways. I am a feminine elder, walking with a beginner’s mind and the intuitive wisdom of a life still unfolding. 

I facilitate soul growth through coaching, SoulCollage®, and grief support, and through writing, journaling, and poetry for reflection, integration, and self-expression. 

A health crisis stole sensation from Meg Lush’s right side and gave her a story that wouldn’t let go. What started as a search for identity during an MS relapse became 120,000 words in six weeks, a self-published debut, and a year-long push to 800 sales. Julie sits down with Meg to unpack the exact steps behind her indie romance rise, from finding an editor by serendipity to learning Amazon and Kindle from scratch, and the unglamorous work of talking to strangers at markets until curiosity turned into readers.

We explore why she chose open-door romance, how dark themes and real grief shaped her characters, and what happens when you write from the body, not just the brain. When it came to marketing, Meg learned on her own. Suppose you’ve ever wondered how to market a first novel without a platform, her Indigo table stories. 

Overcoming Obstacles & Owning Your Confidence
 

With the fierce and fabulous Melodie Dee – Entrepreneur, Speaker & Confidence Coach

What do you do when life knocks you down… not once, but over and over again?

Melodie Dee knows this story well because she lived it. 

From navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, returning to the 9-to-5 world, then reclaiming her power as a bold businesswoman, Melodie shares what it takes to rise, rewrite your story, and rebuild confidence from the inside out.

✨ We talk about:

• How to turn pain into purpose
• Why sharing your story matters more than ever
• The truth about confidence (hint: it’s not about being fearless)

This conversation will leave you inspired, grounded, and ready to take your next brave step—no matter how shaky your knees may be.

Melodie Drewsbury is an entrepreneur and creative leader who helps women move through self-doubt and into confident action. 

Through her work, she supports women in building purpose-driven businesses while challenging the limiting beliefs that keep them stuck. 

Melodie is passionate about legacy, growth, and empowering women to step fully into their potential. 

Monica Reagor is a women’s health advocate and co-founder of the PCOS Awareness Association (PCOSAA), a global nonprofit dedicated to educating and empowering women living with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. 

After navigating her own journey with PCOS, Monica turned personal challenge into purpose, raising awareness, amplifying research, and ensuring women no longer feel alone or unheard. 

Her work bridges advocacy, leadership, and lived experience to create meaningful change in women’s health. 

NANCY BEAULIEU

HEALTH AND WELLNESS LIFE LESSONS

WHEN LIFE LESSONS TAKE YOU FROM APPRENTICE TO MENTOR.

Nancy Beaulieu is a Psychic Medium Health and Wellness Influencer, mother, and wife focusing heavily on mental health and wellness. 

She’s here to emanate love and light and bring healing and personal growth to those she touches through words, photos, videos, and in person. This Fancy lady wants to hold space for you however she can and help you realize you’re loved and valued. 

"Don’t ignore your body’s signals, emotions, or challenges. They are all there to tell you something. The universe offers lessons, and it’s our job to recognize and learn from them. Keep pushing forward, but don’t forget to rest and reflect!"

I’m a self-published author with six bestselling books, but my memoir is the one that carries the moment I hid from the world for most of my life.

 Hours after I saw my husband lying in the military hospital morgue, my phone rang, and it was him. 

Raised by narcissistic parents, shaped by childhood trauma and abuse, and later widowed by the military, my story is one of pain, resilience, and a breathtaking connection from beyond this world.

Olivia’s photography becomes a living lab for transformation: “bad photos” aren’t failures, they’re messengers. By surfacing hidden energy through micro-movements and pairing it with compassionate reframes, clients watch alignment return in real time, posture tall, gaze steady, symmetry restored.

We also unpack why logic versus intuition is a false choice. Olivia blends neuroscience with energy work to show how posture, breath, and language give the brain the data it needs to trust the first quiet answer. 

Rachel Hartigan is an author and investigative researcher known for her deep dive into the life and disappearance of Amelia Earhart. 

Through years of research, including field exploration and collaboration with historians and archaeologists, she examines not just the mystery but the cultural forces that shaped it. 

Rachel’s work restores historical icons to their full humanity while challenging the narratives we’ve accepted for decades. 

Sherri Mack, is a trailblazer in the cannabis industry, where she serves as a nurse, patient advocate, educator, and activist. She is the Co-founder and Chief Nursing Officer of Holistic Caring & The Green Nurse, as well as the Vice President of Nursing at Bloom Hemp CBD.

With over 35 years of nursing experience, Sherri bridges the gap between conventional medical systems and the cannabis community. She draws on her background as a medical center specialist, clinical nurse liaison, and educator to mentor healthcare professionals on the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and the safe use of cannabis. Her educational outreach extends to dispensaries, hospitals, clinics, and global events. Throughout her career, Sherri has supported thousands of patients, from children to seniors, guiding them and their caregivers toward improved wellness by safely incorporating cannabinoids into their care plans.

Sue’s weekly coaching circle and Facebook community create space to compare notes, rebuild confidence, and move from confusion to agency. She shares how to prepare for appointments, what questions to ask, and how to spot progress when it feels slow. 

The message throughout is empowering and clear: believe in yourself, find allies, and keep going. If you’ve been told to stop looking, press play and take back the narrative. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs this, and leave a review to help more women find their footing.